Description
Quick and flavorful garlic butter shrimp served over fluffy rice, perfect for a satisfying 30-minute meal.
Ingredients
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- 1 lb (450 g) shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 3 tbsp butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 lemon, juiced (about 2 tbsp)
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (optional)
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/4 tsp salt, or to taste
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 2 cups cooked white rice (about 1 cup uncooked)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Prepare rice according to package instructions so it finishes around when shrimp is done.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat.
- Add shrimp, sprinkle with paprika, salt, and pepper; cook 1–2 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove shrimp and set aside.
- Reduce heat to medium; add butter to skillet.
- Add minced garlic; sauté 30 seconds until fragrant, stirring constantly to avoid burning.
- Stir in lemon juice, then return shrimp to skillet and toss to coat in garlic butter sauce.
- Sprinkle chopped parsley over shrimp if using.
- Serve garlic butter shrimp over cooked rice, spooning extra sauce on top.
Notes
- Use fresh or frozen shrimp—just thaw fully before cooking.
- Serve with steamed vegetables like broccoli or asparagus for a complete meal.
- Adjust garlic amount for personal preference.
- Customize rice by using brown rice or cauliflower rice for a healthier option.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (about 1 cup rice + 4 oz shrimp)
- Calories: 400 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 220 mg